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Dr. Rama Koslowe, MD

Staten Island, NY

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    Who is Dr. Koslowe, Internist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Rama Koslowe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Koslowe graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Nutrition; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Koslowe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koslowe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koslowe’s office at (718) 668-1000.

    Where did Dr. Koslowe go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Nutrition; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Koslowe speak?

    Dr. Koslowe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Koslowe typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Koslowe diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Koslowe. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Septic Shock
    • Shock
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • Severe blood poisoning with shock
    • Septic collapse
    • Infection-induced shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock

    Also known as:

    • Malabsorption After Surgery
    • After Surgery
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Postoperative Malabsorption
    • Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
    • Surgical Malabsorption

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Koslowe typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rama Koslowe may include:

    Please contact Dr. Koslowe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Koslowe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Koslowe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 668-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Koslowe accept in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Koslowe in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Hunt Insurance Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Koslowe's office located?

    Dr. Rama Koslowe's Primary Practice

    475 Seaview Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10305

    (718) 668-1000

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    Dr. Rama Koslowe's Practice 2

    31 New Dorp Ln

    Staten Island, NY 10306

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    What is Dr. Koslowe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Koslowe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558416578.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koslowe?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koslowe

    What is Dr. Rama Koslowe's specialty?

    Dr. Koslowe is a Internist near Staten Island, NY.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Rama Koslowe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Koslowe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Rama Koslowe accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rama Koslowe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rama Koslowe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Koslowe's office at (718) 668-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rama Koslowe?

    Please contact Dr. Koslowe's office at (718) 668-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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